Senior Rust Developer

Senior Rust Developer | Guildford | £65,000 - £75,000

Are you a Senior Rust Developer with a strong background in telecommunications Do you want to work at the cutting edge of network technology, helping to design and build scalable systems that power global connectivity

If so, this could be the role for you.

The Opportunity

Our client is a fast-growing technology provider delivering next-generation communications solutions to a global customer base. With ambitious growth plans and investment backing, this is a chance to join a forward-thinking engineering team where you’ll make a real impact.

You’ll play a key role in architecting, building, and optimising telecommunications systems in Rust, contributing to secure, high-performance, and scalable solutions used worldwide.

What you’ll be doing

As a Senior Rust Developer, you will:

• Architect, develop, and maintain high-performance network applications in Rust
• Collaborate with product managers, network engineers, and developers to create new telecom solutions
• Optimise existing systems for performance, reliability, and scalability
• Ensure compliance with telecom standards and best practices
• Research and integrate new protocols, libraries, and frameworks
• Mentor junior developers, conduct code reviews, and drive best practices
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues with sustainable fixes
• Stay on top of emerging technologies and regulatory changes

What we’re looking for

5+ years in professional software development, with 2+ years in Rust Strong knowledge of telecom protocols (SIP, RTP, VoIP, 4G/5G, IMS, Diameter, SS7, etc.)Experience with distributed systems, real-time communications, or network services Solid grasp of concurrency, memory management, and performance tuning in Rust Excellent troubleshooting and debugging skills

Nice to haves

• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and cloud platforms
• Familiarity with telecom compliance standards
• Exposure to C/C++ or Go

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience

What’s in it for you

• Competitive salary & benefits
• Health cash plans, enhanced leave for new parents, and ongoing training opportunities
• Supportive “Team First” culture with team events and industry networking
• A workplace committed to diversity, inclusion, and professional growth

If you’re a proactive problem-solver passionate about building scalable, secure, and innovative telecom solutions with Rust, apply today to take your career to the next level.

Contact Claire at Jonothan Bosworth Recruitment Specialists today to learn more.

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